Glaucoma Treatment in Yuma, AZ| Aiello Eye Institute

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve, often due to increased pressure inside the eye. When the eye’s drainage system becomes blocked, fluid builds up and raises pressure, which can slowly affect vision.

Early detection is key — with regular eye exams and proper treatment, vision loss can often be prevented.

At Aiello Eye Institute, our glaucoma specialists monitor your eye pressure and optic nerve health to help you protect and preserve your sight.

Common Types of Glaucoma

Open-Angle Glaucoma (Most Common): Caused by fluid buildup and poor drainage inside the eye.
Angle-Closure Glaucoma: A sudden blockage of fluid drainage that can cause rapid pressure spikes—this is a medical emergency.
Normal-Tension Glaucoma: Optic nerve damage occurs even with normal eye pressure.
Secondary Glaucoma: Results from injury, inflammation, or other eye conditions.

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Signs & Symptoms

Because glaucoma often progresses without pain or early warning signs, regular eye exams are essential. When symptoms appear, they may include:

Gradual loss of peripheral (side) vision
Blurred or hazy vision
Halos around lights
Eye pain or pressure (in acute cases)
Sudden vision loss (in severe or advanced cases)

If you experience these symptoms, schedule an eye exam immediately—early detection is key to preserving your sight

Who’s at Risk?

Anyone can develop glaucoma, but some may face a higher risk. You may be at increased risk if you:

Are over age 40, especially over 60
Have a family history of glaucoma
Are of African, Hispanic, or Asian descent
Have elevated intraocular pressure (IOP)
Suffer from diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease
Have experienced eye injuries or previous eye surgeries
Have thin corneas or high myopia (nearsightedness)
Use steroids (such as for asthma or autoimmune disease) long-term

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How is Glaucoma Diagnosed?

Tonometry: Measures eye pressure — **Tonometry:** Measures eye pressure

Gonioscopy: Evaluate the optic nerve — **Gonioscopy:** Evaluate the optic nerve

Visual Field Testing: Detects early peripheral vision loss — **Visual Field Testing:** Detects early peripheral vision loss

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If you are at risk for Glaucoma or symptoms of Glaucoma are making you uncomfortable and interfering with your daily life, call us. Our doctors have the expertise and tools to give you the relief you need.

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